Even though the MBTA protects about 800 bird species, most people are not aware of its existence. Here is the list of the birds currently listed on the MBTA: ​http://www.fws.gov/birds/management/managed-species/migratory-bird-treaty-act-protected-species.php

BIRD IDENTIFICATION:

What Bird, their bird-ID search engine is very user-friendly and the "iBird" app is now available on your smart phone: http://www.whatbird.com/